Principles of Web Design

 The interface that the user must navigate is often called the look and feel of a Web site. Users look and feel when they explore the information design of your site. They read text, make associations with links, view graphics, and, depending on the freedom of your design, create their own path through your information.

Design for the Computer Medium

When designing a Web site, remember the destination is a computer monitor, not the printed page. As a Web page designer, you must create Web pages specifically for the computer screen. You must consider how the layout, fonts, and colors will appear on the screen.

Make Your Design Portable

To be successful, your Web site design must be portable and accessible by users who have different browsers, operating systems, and computer platforms. Many designers make the mistake of testing in only one environment, assuming that their pages look the same to all of their users. No matter how much Web design experience you gain, always remember to test in different environments even when you feel confident of your results.